Lee Unkrich

Director Lee Unkrich, holding the Oscar for animated feature for "Toy Story 3," is reaping the reward, but did know that it would be a big chore. "When John Lasseter asked me to direct this movie, I was completely flattered, but then I wanted to throw up because I knew it was a huge, crushing...

Director Lee Unkrich, holding the Oscar for animated feature for "Toy Story 3," is reaping the reward, but did know that it would be a big chore. "When John Lasseter asked me to direct this movie, I was completely flattered, but then I wanted to throw up because I knew it was a huge, crushing... (Liz O. Baylen / Los Angeles Times)

Director Lee Unkrich, holding the Oscar for animated feature for "Toy Story 3," is reaping the reward, but did know that it would be a big chore. "When John Lasseter asked me to direct this movie, I was completely flattered, but then I wanted to throw up because I knew it was a huge, crushing...Liz O. Baylen / Los Angeles Times